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The sniper crouches behind a tree bathed in the glow of a black light, catching his breath as the music filling the air pounds in time with his racing heart. He pokes his head around the trunk just as his adversary rounds the corner and fires bright green beams in his direction. The gunslinger sprints away, trying to protect his shining blue vest from taking a game-ending hit. High-adrenaline scenes such as this occur on the laser-tag arena throughout the day and into the night at Boomers Family Fun Center.

Founded with the goal of fostering a safe environment for children and teens, Boomers Family Fun Center upholds their mission within a meticulously maintained, 10,000-square-foot gaming facility. The laser-tag arena beckons players into its black-lit confines designed to resemble a jungle replete with luminescent plants, glowing insects, and confused Tarzans wrapped in Christmas lights. Armed with their high-tech phasers and computerized vests, gamers of all ages take to the playing field, lobbing light beams back and forth as trained staffers referee the action. Along with its signature laser-tag sessions, Boomers grants respite to weary players with arcade games and an onsite concession stand stocked with pizza and soda. The friendly staff also presides over parties that include access to a private room and exclusive rounds of laser tag.

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Summer has officially begun, and this itinerary should help you start the season on a high note. Take a break with wine and chocolate, play hooky at a tech-centric museum, and celebrate Jamaica's favorite seasoning at an outdoor street fest. Don’t forget to check Groupon for more great things to do in Boston.
Taza Chocolate- and Wine-Pairing Class
Somerville | Tuesday, June 24
Organic-chocolate pioneers Taza are bringing in a sustainable-wine expert to showcase six wines and discuss their most delectable pairings with Taza’s stone-ground chocolates. A chocolate-factory tour, a goody bag, and plenty of samples round out the evening. (561 Windsor St., Somerville; $55; buy tickets here)
Free Fun Friday at MIT Museum
Cambridge | Friday, June 27
The MIT Museum is bringing science outdoors for this family-friendly event, showcasing a special exhibition on the science of baseball. Families are also welcome to venture inside the museum to explore exhibits on artificial intelligence and cutting-edge holograms. (265 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge; free)
The Second Annual Boston JerkFest
South End | Saturday, June 28
Quite the versatile seasoning, Jamaican jerk seasoning can be used both wet and dry as a rub or marinade. Taste it all ways at the second annual Boston JerkFest, which features food from Jamaica Mi Hungry and Flames Restaurant as well as chef demos and live steel-drum and reggae music. (Festival takes place outside the Benjamin Franklin Institute of Technology at 41 Berkeley St.; $12; buy tickets here)
Photos courtesy of Wikipedia, Sam Ogden/MIT Museum, and Ella Clausen

Pizza is one of the most beloved foods out there—and one of the most debated. Luckily, Boston is on somewhat neutral ground. Although the city has no signature pizza style of its own, it’s not hard to find Chicago-style deep dish and New York–style thin crust, as well as brick-oven, classic Italian, and innovative gourmet pies scattered across town. Here are a few of the restaurants that define Boston’s pizza scene:
For Traditional Pies and Boston Flavor: Santarpio’s Pizza
Santarpio’s Pizza (111 Chelsea St.) is located in East Boston, affectionately known as Eastie, and has been slinging crisp-crust pizza since 1903. In true Boston spirit, the restaurant isn’t for the faint of heart. It’s brimming with Boston accents and attitudes but also incredible pizzas and house-barbecued sausages and lamb. The pizzas have a satisfying crunch and tremendous flavor, and locals know the crust only gets better when you request it “well done.” The toppings are not fancy, but they include simple, Old-World classics like garlic, onions, or pepperoni.
For Brick-Oven Perfection: Regina Pizzeria
Regina Pizzeria is not to be overshadowed, though, especially the original North End location (11 1/2 Thatcher St.). Regina’s opened in 1926, when Italian immigrants were starting to establish their presence in the area. Its founders brought their traditional brick ovens over from the old country. These ovens fire each pie until it has a chewy crust rich with flavor; the pizzas are also piled with tangy tomato sauce, gooey cheese, and satisfying toppings. Imported meats and fresh veggies are in supply at Regina’s multiple restaurants, ensuring every person in your party gets exactly what they want. Lines can get long at the original location, but the experience is well worth it.
For a Simple Slice: Ernesto’s Pizza
The North End is also home to Ernesto’s Pizza (69 Salem St.). Since 1984, Ernesto’s has embraced the classic tradition of pizza, hand-making its dough and sauce. Its gigantic slices—cut from 18-inch pies—are delightfully chewy, with a clean-pure tasting crust and freshly grated cheese. Everything on these pies melds in harmony, making it the best vehicle for my favorite topping, spicy and tangy banana peppers.
For a Modern 'Za: Otto
Of course, no roundup of pizza spots in Boston would be complete without mentioning Otto. Otto has embraced the “new” style of pizza that emphasizes fancier toppings adorning a thin crust. Native to Portland, Maine, Otto has taken the Boston area by storm, opening three locations in just a couple of years. Its crunchy crust (also available in a gluten-free version) is the backdrop for red sauce or no sauce at all, assorted meat and vegetarian toppings, and melted goat’s-milk or cow’s-milk cheese. My favorite combination here is butternut squash, ricotta cheese, and cranberry, which creates an unconventional masterpiece of sweet, tangy, creamy, and acidic flavors. Otto specializes in creating topping combinations such as these, and each is done to perfection.
Photos by Fiona Coxe

Boston has so many wonderful neighborhoods, and Fort Point is one of my favorites. This area of South Boston extends east from Fort Point Channel towards the new construction of the Seaport District. The mix of converted brick warehouses and modern glass buildings creates a unique atmosphere that feels both historical and contemporary.
Art and Design
A stroll along Fort Point Channel offers stunning views of downtown Boston from across the water. As you walk along the channel, pause to rest on the unusual benches that dot the walkways. The 17 innovative public benches are the semi-finalists in Design Museum Boston’s Street Seats competition, in which designers from 23 countries around the world participated. Some of my favorites are reminiscent of wharf poles or sail rope. The Design Museum offers guided tours twice a month, and each bench is accompanied by text that explains the designer’s vision.
The Fort Point neighborhood has been home to artists for decades, and many of the buildings are still zoned as artist live/work spaces. During open studio events in the fall and the spring, the studios’ doors open to visitors. You can get a feel for the neighborhood’s artists all year long at Made in Fort Point, a shop showcasing the diversity of Fort Point residents, offering paintings, photographs, sculptures, stationery, jewelry, and other wearable art. The gallery features a different local artist each month, giving visitors a more in depth view of an individual’s work.
The Fort Point Arts Community also arranges shows of area artists at 300 Summer Street, and the Design Innovation Gallery at Factory 63 features rotating exhibits highlighting Boston’s creativity in design, engineering, and technology. Finally, don’t forget that the Institute of Contemporary Art is just a few blocks away, and hosts exhibitions, concerts, and more in its striking waterfront location.
Fort Point Food and Drink
After a day of gallery hopping, Barrington Coffee is a perfect place to stop in for a recharge. They serve amazing coffee and espresso drinks made from beans roasted at their Berkshire location. I especially love the Barrington Gold espresso blend and the India Kalledevarapura blend, which is grown under fig trees in the Western Ghat mountains. In addition to being delicious, all the coffee they roast is sustainably grown and traded at a fair price. Enjoy your caffeine fix from the beautiful wooden bar, and watch the world go by. For a little something sweet, stop in at Joanne Chang’s Flour Bakery, for a home-style molasses cookie or a piece of rich chocolate cake.
If an Asian gastropub piques your interest, then check out Ming Tsai’s new restaurant Blue Dragon. The easy-to-share tapas and well-stocked bar have made it a neighborhood favorite already. Nearby, Barbara Lynch has your evening covered with her restaurant Sportello and cocktail lounge Drink. Sit at Sportello’s modern counter for an Italian play on a classic diner, serving delicious handmade pasta and trattoria-inspired dishes. After dinner, cap off your exploration of Fort Point by heading downstairs to Drink for a well-crafted cocktail.
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